Psychiatry/ Obstetrics/Gynecology (Required)

Catalog description

This integrated Psychiatry/Behavioral Sciences and Obstetrics/Gynecology course provides a concise, didactic overview of mental and women’s health across the lifespan. Emphasis is placed on foundational knowledge of emotional, behavioral, and reproductive processes, and the influence of psychosocial factors, including family dynamics and stress, on health and disease. Through lectures and case-based learning, students will explore common psychiatric disorders in adolescents and adults, as well as core topics in obstetrics and gynecology, including preventive care, pregnancy, and gynecologic conditions. Instruction highlights clinical reasoning, differential diagnosis, and basic management principles within a primary care context. The course integrates concepts from both disciplines to promote a holistic understanding of patient care, emphasizing the interrelationship between mental health, reproductive health, and the family unit.